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In most cases, "food" is an uncountable noun. This means you generally do not add an "s" to it when talking about eating in general (e.g., "There is plenty of food"). However, you can use the plural form "foods" when referring to specific types or categories of food, such as "processed foods" or "frozen foods." When used in the phrase "food for thought," it is a metaphor. It means something that gives you a reason to think seriously about a subject.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, David and Jessica are both stuck in a tedious corporate strategy meeting.
Jessica

If this meeting doesn't wrap up soon, I'm actually going to pass out from hunger.

Jessica
David
David

Same. Let's just pivot to some food the second we get out of here.

💡
Jessica uses the hyperbolic 'pass out from hunger' to express her anxiety and physical state. David uses the corporate buzzword 'pivot', which he incorrectly applies to a casual social transition, reflecting his persona as a manager who tries too hard to sound like a tech visionary.

Meanings

noun

Any nutritious substance that people or animals eat or drink in order to maintain life and growth.

"The baby is starting to eat solid food."

noun

A particular kind of food; a specific dish or cuisine.

"I really love Italian food, especially pasta."

noun

Something that provides mental or spiritual nourishment.

"The lecture provided much food for thought."

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